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HV61 JTU

2011 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,350 mi
Last recorded75,350 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV61 JTU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 75,350 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Jul 2026 75,339 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 66,863 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 63,771 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 60,974 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2021 59,638 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear tyre wearing low

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front brake pads wearing low

both front headlight lenses deteriorating

exhaust back box corroded & deteriorated

nearside & offside front lower arms, bushes perishing

Fail 31 Oct 2021 59,635 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear tyre wearing low

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front brake pads wearing low

both front headlight lenses deteriorating

exhaust back box corroded & deteriorated

nearside & offside front lower arms, bushes perishing

Pass 29 Oct 2020 55,161 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust deteriorated

Pass 30 Oct 2019 50,466 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust deteriorated

Fail 30 Oct 2019 50,466 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust deteriorated

Pass 30 Oct 2018 43,136 miles

Engine oil very low advise urgent top up

Nearside Front tyre worn/bald on edges of tread

Offside Front tyre worn/bald on edges of tread

Rear section of exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 31 Oct 2017 34,702 miles

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Exhaust box outer skin corroded.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front and rear. (7.1.2)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both sides. (2.7.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 25,060 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 20,542 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

tyre sealant expired

Pass 1 Sep 2014 15,832 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 15,832 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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HV61 JTU is a 2011 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 46,711 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV61 JTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 15 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HV61 JTU registered?

HV61 JTU is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 September 2011.

Is HV61 JTU safe to buy?

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